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The few older men who might have wanted to keep joking felt too embarrassed to say anything more . He had shown them complete respect . " As for our marriage ... " Adrian said , his tone turning a bit more serious as he glanced back at Rebecca . " Rebecca and I both believe that a marriage is about two people forming a new family , not about one person joining the other's . " They looked at each other , their gazes full of tacit understanding and composure . " I do research at the university . I wouldn't call it relaxed , but my schedule is relatively flexible .

Taking care of Rebecca is my responsibility , and being with her is my blessing . " As Adrian said this , his eyes were filled with unconcealable sincerity . " In the future , if she needs it , I'm of course willing to give her my full support so she can focus on her own career . " Chapter 309 Adrian didn't directly refute their live - in son - in - law implication ; instead , he deftly sidestepped the implication . After all , it was their life to live , and the gossip of others couldn't change anything . He just needed to put Rebecca at ease , and that was enough .

The older men , who had been teasing before , now looked a bit more serious . Plus , Mr. Whitman was also speaking up for Adrian . Since the Whitman family was in the pharmaceutical industry , he naturally understood Adrian's value in the field better than these other executives . Hearing all that praise , you'd think Mr. Whitman was just showering Adrian with over - the - top compliments . " The kids will be fine on their own . Let's not get in their way , us old folks . Come on , I've got good tea and wine over there . I'll take you to try some . " With that , Mr.

Whitman led the group to the other table . After they left , Rebecca finally walked over to Adrian , tilting her head to gaze at his gentle profile . Chapter 309 " Not bad , Professor Shaw . I thought you were just cooped up in your lab all day analyzing data , unable to handle the pleasantries . " Rebecca had been incredibly worried about bringing Adrian to the birthday party . She was worried Adrian would say the wrong thing , worried her dad and his friends would give him a hard time . After all , the financial gap between them was huge . They weren't in the same league at all .

In this circle , there were too many snobs , and someone was bound to say something nasty to his face . But Adrian handled it very well . " It wasn't just pleasantries . " Adrian's lowered hand gently took Rebecca's . " I meant every word . When you want to fly , I'll be down below watching , making sure you can always come back to my arms when you're tired . " Rebecca stared into his eyes , her heart fluttering as if a feather had gently brushed against it , sending out tiny ripples . Chapter 309 " Wow , Professor Shaw ... I'm really touched .

" Then she leaned in and whispered , " It's a shame there are so many people here , or I'd really give you a kiss . " Adrian , who was always composed and restrained , found his breathing becoming uneven. He looked up helplessly . Hmm ... There really were a few too many people . He smiled and leaned close to Rebecca's ear , " Then think about how you're going to make it up to me later ." The words seemed proper enough . But why did they sound not so proper ? Rebecca's ears felt a little hot .

Afraid someone would notice , she shot Adrian an annoyed glance and quickly tucked her hair behind her ear to hide it . Worried that Adrian would feel uncomfortable in this kind of setting , Rebecca kept him by her side wherever she went . Chapter 309 After a round of greetings , everyone knew that Rebecca was dating a professor . Well , when people get together , there's bound to be gossip . " Rebecca's boyfriend looks quite handsome , much better looking than that other person's partner . " " What's the use of being good - looking these days ? Haven't you heard ?

He's just a university professor . It sounds like a high social status , but he actually has no money or power. " " Don't say that . As long as the girl likes him , that's all that matters . " " Oh , what's the use of liking him ? It's because she likes him that I'm worried . What if he's just after the Whitman family's money ? " There was a lot of messy gossip . Although they didn't say it to Rebecca and Adrian's faces , they still overheard some of it . " I'm sorry . " Chapter 309 Once they found an empty corner , Rebecca pulled Adrian's hand and lowered her head guiltily .

" I didn't think it through before bringing you here , and I made you listen to those unpleasant things . " Adrian saw her nervous expression and thought something was wrong . After listening , he chuckled softly , turned his hand to hold Rebecca's , and gently caressed the back of her hand with his fingertips , offering some comfort . Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter.

With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes. Cedella's storytelling style is immersive and addictive-perfect for fans of heated romances and heart-pounding twists.